San Antonio recalled Cissoko from the G League's Austin Spurs on Monday.
San Antonio will likely be without Victor Wembanyama (knee) for Tuesday's game against the Thunder, so Cissoko will be available to provide some emergency depth off the bench, though he's not expected to be part of the rotation.
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Spurs' Sidy Cissoko: Recalled from G League
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The Spurs recalled Cissoko from the G League on Monday.
Cissoko has yet to make an appearance at the NBA level this season, and he remains firmly off the standard-league fantasy radar.
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Spurs' Sidy Cissoko: Scores 15 points Thursday
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Cissoko posted 15 points (6-8 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-4 FT) and four rebounds across 23 minutes off the bench in Thursday's 129-107 preseason loss to the Rockets.
Cissoko was one of three Spurs who scored at least 15 points, with Stephon Castle and Malaki Branham being the others. However, this might not be enough to give Cissoko a steady role in the rotation, especially in a crowded backcourt, so he will probably open the regular season in the G League with the Austin Spurs.
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Spurs' Sidy Cissoko: Listed on Spurs' roster
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Cissoko (undisclosed) is listed on the Spurs' roster ahead of training camp for the 2024-25 season.
Cissoko made 12 regular-season appearances as a rookie, averaging 3.9 points and 1.9 rebounds in 11.8 minutes per game. His chances of competing for a role in the rotation in 2024-25 are slim, but if he doesn't crack the roster, he should have a prominent role for the Austin Spurs in the G League.
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Spurs' Sidy Cissoko: Not on Sunday's active roster
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Cissoko isn't listed on the active roster for Sunday's Summer League finale against the Raptors for an undisclosed reason, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.
It's unclear why Cissoko was left off the active roster for Sunday, but it appears his Summer League action is done for this year. Over four appearances in the Las Vegas Summer League, he averaged 7.3 points and 4.5 rebounds in 28.0 minutes per game.
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Spurs' Sidy Cissoko: Ready for SL after minor surgery
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Cissoko underwent a minor knee surgery following the 2023-24 campaign but is expected to play for the Spurs during Summer League action, Jeff Garcia of KENS 5 San Antonio reports.
Cissoko dealt with a lingering knee issue for most of last season, so the surgery should have him feeling better ahead of 2024-25. The 2023 second-round pick out of France made 12 NBA appearances as a rookie, averaging 3.9 points and 1.9 rebounds in 11.8 minutes per game.
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Spurs' Sidy Cissoko: Sets multiple career highs
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Cissoko closed Tuesday's 102-87 win over the Grizzlies with 10 points (4-6 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal over 21 minutes.
Cissoko set multiple career highs and eclipsed 20 minutes for the first time Tuesday. With the regular season winding down, the Spurs could continue to give the rookie more opportunities to showcase his talents.
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Spurs' Sidy Cissoko: Recalled Sunday
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San Antonio recalled Cissoko from the G League's Austin Spurs on Sunday.
Cissoko was available for Sunday's win over Brooklyn but didn't see any action. He hasn't appeared in an NBA game since Dec. 31.
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Spurs' Sidy Cissoko: Recalled to San Antonio
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San Antonio recalled Cissoko from the G League's Austin Spurs on Friday, independent NBA writer Matthew Tynan reports.
Cissoko hasn't appeared in an NBA game since Dec. 31. However, with Cedi Osman (ankle) out, Cissoko will serve as emergency depth during Friday's home matchup versus Denver.
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Spurs' Sidy Cissoko: Headed to G League
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The Spurs assigned Cissoko (ankle) to the Austin Spurs of the G League on Friday, Ty Jager of FanSided.com reports.
Cissoko hasn't played since Dec. 31 due to a left ankle sprain. However, the rookie forward will spend time in the G League rehabbing.
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Spurs' Sidy Cissoko: To remain sidelined Friday
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Cissoko (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Trail Blazers.
Cissoko hasn't yet suited up this month due to his ankle injury. It's not yet clear when he'll be able to return.
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Spurs' Sidy Cissoko: Absence to continue Wednesday
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Cissoko (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Oklahoma City.
Cissoko has been sidelined due to a left ankle sprain for the entirety of January thus far. The rookie's next opportunity to take the court comes Friday versus Portland.
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Spurs' Sidy Cissoko: Still out Friday
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Cissoko (ankle) won't play in Friday's game versus the Hornets, Jeff Garcia of KENS 5 San Antonio reports.
Cissoko will miss his third straight game Friday due to a left ankle sprain. His next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with Chicago.
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Spurs' Sidy Cissoko: Will remain sidelined Wednesday
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Cissoko (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Pistons.
Cissoko will miss a second consecutive game due to a left ankle sprain. When healthy, he'll presumably return to the G League, so his absence shouldn't impact San Antonio's rotation.
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Spurs' Sidy Cissoko: Won't be available Sunday
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Cissoko has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Cavaliers with a left ankle sprain.
Though Cissoko rejoined San Antonio on Saturday following a stint in the G League, he'll be sidelined due to the injury he sustained while playing for the Austin Spurs. The rookie hasn't been a part of the NBA rotation this season, so he'll presumably return to the G League once he's healthy again.
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Spurs' Sidy Cissoko: Called up Sunday
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The Spurs recalled Cissoko from the G League's Austin Spurs on Sunday, Tom Orsborn of the San Antonio Express-News reports.
With Zach Collins (ankle) ruled out for Sunday's game against the Celtics and Keldon Johnson (back) listed as questionable, Cissoko theoretically brings some physicality. However, Cissoko has logged just 23 minutes of NBA action across four appearances this season and is unlikely to be a part of coach Gregg Popovich's rotation.
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Spurs' Sidy Cissoko: Back with parent club
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Cissoko was recalled from the G League's Austin Spurs on Sunday, Jeff Garcia of KENS 5 San Antonio reports.
Cissoko was sent to Austin on Sunday but will rejoin the parent club a day later. He's unlikely to play a significant role during Monday's game against the Clippers.
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Spurs' Sidy Cissoko: Returns from G League
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The Spurs recalled Cissoko from the G League's Austin Spurs ahead of Sunday's game against Toronto, Tom Orsborn of the San Antonio Express-News reports.
Cissoko will join San Antonio to provide some extra depth off the bench while Devin Vassell (groin) sits out Sunday's contest. A 19-year-old rookie, Cissoko has yet to make his NBA debut and likely won't see the floor Sunday while the game is competitive.
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Spurs' Sidy Cissoko: Will start season in G League
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Cissoko will start the 2023-24 campaign in the G League with the Austin Spurs, Rylan Stiles of FanSided.com reports.
Cissoko played for the G League Ignite last season and impressed enough to get selected by the Spurs in the second round of the 2023 NBA Draft. However, the 19-year-old is still a raw prospect and will need to continue to develop at the G League level. "He needs to play," head coach Greg Popovich said Monday, and it's unlikely Cissoko will be able to carve out minutes for a new-look Spurs squad that is hoping to compete for a playoff spot this year.
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Spurs' Sidy Cissoko: Drafted by San Antonio at No. 44
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Cissoko was selected with the No. 44 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft by San Antonio.
Cissoko averaged 12.8 points, 3.5 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.0 blocks in 29.3 minutes per game with the G League Ignite last season. He possesses elite athleticism, which is showcased in his defensive versatility and ability to get to the rim with consistency. Though he'll likely have to impress throughout Summer League and training camp in order to crack the rotation to start the 2023-24 campaign, the landing spot in San Antonio is perfect for a developmental player like Cissoko.
